There will be a first-time winner of the Women’s World Cup this year.

Australia got off to a winning start at the Women’s World Cup by beating Ireland 1-0 despite the absence of star striker Sam Kerr.

Women’s World Cup co-hosts Australia and New Zealand have urged FIFA not to sign a sponsor deal with the tourism authority of Saudi Arabia.

The United States made it through to the quarterfinals of the women’s Olympic soccer competition after a 0-0 draw with Australia.